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Bactrian Style Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace String Bactrian Style Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace String Bactrian Style Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace String
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LOT 2105

Bactrian Style Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace String

20TH CENTURY A.D.

25 5/8 in. (47 grams, 65 cm long).

With tabular and annular lapis lazuli beads, gilt beaded collars. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.

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LOT 2105

Bactrian Style Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £78

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